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| - You expect good service when you go to an OB restaurant, so we weren't overwhelmed by the sincere friendliness and attentiveness we received (although we did really appreciate it because of course it's not something you get everywhere). But we really didn't know what to expect with the food - we've eaten a wide range of Latin cuisine and honestly had no idea whether or not we'd enjoy ourselves at Lena. This being our belated Valentine's Day though, we had high hopes!
Chef de cuisine Julie Marteleira has put together a menu that has variety, class, and elements that will educate and inspire anyone with even half a stomach (if that's even a thing!) We were lucky enough to enjoy several dishes, including the empanadas, the crab fritters. the iberico ham, the seabream tartare, the rabbit, the canneloni, and the churros.
I'm no food writer, so suffice it to say that the detail and love put into the dishes was exceedingly evident. Maybe we were swayed knowing there's inspiration from grandmothers and family recipes, but it really did feel like we were eating a dinner created with a caring and nurturing hand. The ambiance and decor really fit as well, making us feel like we were indeed in Argentina in the '50s or '60s.
We honestly haven't had such a well put-together meal in a restaurant that was also so authentically charming and lovely. I will mark this down as one of my best restaurant experiences!
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